Living and working in Germany
Our offer
Virtual group advice and consultation
We offer group virtual consultations and appointments on topics such as our pre-departure training program, German everyday life and working culture, language proficiency and proof thereof, and exit procedures when leaving the country.
Participants in these sessions DO NOT need to know each other, as the format is designed to address general topics of shared interest.
You can register for an appointment using this form:
Information sessions
Our information sessions provide information about living and working in Germany. Additional topics such as language proficiency and proof thereof, recognition of qualifications and certificates, health and school systems and visa processes etc. are also explained. You can ask questions and find out about additional information sources and partners.Intercultural Workshops
Experiencing different cultures, may cause uncertainty and frustration at first. To live a fulfilling life in a foreign society, you need to build and maintain trust in the community. Certain societal rules and norms need to be considered which are often unclear and confusing. Our intercultural workshops address these cultural differences, promote self-awareness and provide you with essential skills to ensure a successful work and social life in Germany.Workshops on learning and exam strategies
To take up employment in Germany, you need a certain level of German skills and to provide proof thereof. In our learning and exam workshops, we equip you with necessary strategies and support to ensure you are properly prepared for the various exams offered by the Goethe-Institut.CONTACT
Online offers by the Goethe-Institut
To ensure you have a great start in Germany
If you have already applied for a visa or are already living in Germany, the Welcome Coaches at six Goethe-Instituts in Germany offer free events to help you get off to a good start in Germany and integrate successfully into everyday and working life.
Useful Links
Make it in Germany
The portal for international experts offering comprehensive information on living and working in Germany.
deutschland.de
This portal provides tips and information about work and study and addresses current topics in Germany and abroad.
ProRecognition
Start your career in Germany - with recognised qualifications through the ProRecognition Service.
Recognition of qualifications
To work in your profession, you need recognition of your professional qualifications. Find out how.
anabin
This database provides information on educational certificates in classifying foreign qualifications in the German education system.
Visas and entry
On the website of the German Embassy Kenia you will find information about different visa options, requirements and procedures for applications.
My life in Germany
Young people talk about their first steps in Germany, about their work, about their free time and their plans for the future.